Summary
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Fortune Feimster, Tig Notaro, and May Martin return for another episode of the podcast, opening with news of winning two Webby Awards. The hosts then dive into funny personal anecdotes, including Tig getting mistaken for wearing non-prescription glasses and Fortune discussing her mom's surprisingly upbeat approach to planning her own funeral complete with a cardboard cutout. Later, the hosts answer a listener question from musician Peaches about whether they are cat, dog, or reptile people, leading to a sprawling conversation about animal companionship and quirks.
- When planning ahead for difficult life events, keeping a sense of humor and involving loved ones in open conversations can bring unexpected levity and comfort. 23:03
- Pet preferences span widely across the hosts, with a shared fascination for long-haired wiener dogs and the unique bonds animals create. 40:01
Chapters
- 0:00Podcast Intro and Host Greeting
Hosts introduce themselves and set the stage for the episode.
- 2:16Webby Awards Celebration
The trio recounts winning two Webby Awards and debates how to handle the trophies.
- 4:14Kids’ Haircuts and Family Life
They talk about their children’s back‑to‑school haircuts, barber visits, and family dynamics.
- 15:12Advertising Segment – Allstate Insurance
A brief ad segment promoting Allstate auto insurance and a humorous anecdote about glasses.
- 17:00Mom’s Funeral Planning and Open Dialogue
Tig shares her mother’s candid approach to funeral planning, encouraging open conversations about mortality.
- 38:05Pet Preferences with Peaches
Peaches asks the hosts about their favorite pets, sparking a playful discussion about cats, dogs, and other animals.
- 50:48Vegetable Quiz and Closing Reflections
The hosts wrap up with a light‑hearted vegetable quiz, reflecting on the episode’s themes and future plans.
- 53:09Cats and Outdoor Adventures
Discussion about whether cats still go out to hunt and the risks involved.
- 53:44Firefighters and Cat Rescue Stories
Guests share humorous anecdotes about cats stuck in trees and firefighters rescuing them.
- 54:55Comedy Jokes About Cats and Vets
Hosts recall a comedian’s joke involving a cat at the vet, sparking laughter.
- 55:29Upcoming Tour Dates and Show Plans
One host outlines her upcoming tour stops and future show ideas.
- 57:09Promotion and Call to Action
Hosts encourage listeners to subscribe, rate, and share the podcast across platforms.
Highlights
- 2:06
The GamCam Ideastrategy
Fortune and Tig pitch a new visual gag for in-person episodes called the GamCam, set at ground level to capture their legs while telling stories.
- 9:11
Tig shares a story from her early temp days in Los Angeles where she dryly informed an intimidating boss that she is a comedian.
- 16:18
Tig recounts how friends and airport facial recognition staff pointed out that her new prescription glasses look distinctly like Stephen King's style.
- 22:36
Planning A Funeralstory
Fortune explains how her mother surprised her and her brother by taking them to a funeral home to cheerfully plan her own memorial service.
- 38:40
Snake And Iguana Peopleinsight
The hosts joke about the distinct subcultures associated with owning unusual pets like reptiles and birds.
Quotes
“We won two Webby Awards.”
Fortune Feimster · 2:16 “I was trying to do stand up for a while, but like, did cats figure out how to get down from trees?”
Mae Martin · 53:26 “I actually, the fire department got a tree down, a cat down from a tree on my street the other night.”
Unnamed speaker · 53:44 “I came back and now I'm left again.”
Mae Martin · 53:39
Sponsored segments
- HandsomeBansom.com 1:21–1:26
- Allstate 15:12–15:43
- Handsome 57:09–57:59
- Allstate 58:06–58:44
About this episode
Iconic musician Peaches asks Handsome a question about a part of our lives we all love... pets! Plus Fortune's onion shirt, trying on Tig's spectacles, and an update on Ginger! Handsome is hosted by Tig Notaro, Mae Martin, and Fortune FeimsterFollow us on social media @handsomepodMerch at handsomepod.com http://handsomepod.com/Watch Handsome on YouTube http://youtube.com/@handsomepod and Hulu https://www.hulu.com/series/b583d0bc-eeb0-4560-8b2b-5c8ae0248a19?play=false&utm_source=shared_linkThis is a Headgum https://headgum.com/ podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter https://x.com/headgum, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/headgum/, and Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@headgum. Advertise on Handsome https://gumball.fm/shows/handsome via Gumball.fm http://gumball.fm/. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcript
9,871 words · 7 speakers
Speaker names marked are inferred from speaking time and the show’s known hosts — they are not voice-verified.
Topics
- Nashville
- Los Angeles
- Madison
- Durham
- Morganton
- Jacksonville
- Fort Lauderdale
- Oakland
- Bakersfield
- Santa Barbara
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